1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
